91勛圖厙 Nursing Workshop October 20th - 5pm

Nursing

Nursing Application Workshop

Take the next step toward your nursing career by attending 91勛圖厙's Nursing Application Workshop. Prospective students are invited to tour the department, explore the Nursing Program, and receive personalized assistance with advising and the application process for the Fall 2027 Nursing Cohort.

Workshop Details

Location: 91勛圖厙 - T-140

  • Date: October 20, 2026
  • Time: 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Workshop Details

Location:泭Pratt Community College Campus - Chandler Hall

  • Date:泭November 9th, 2026
  • Time: 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Whether you're just starting to explore nursing or are ready to apply, this workshop provides an opportunity to get your questions answered and connect with faculty and staff who can help guide your journey.

Join us and get one step closer to becoming a 91勛圖厙 Nursing student.


Start Your Nursing Journey at 91勛圖厙

A career in nursing opens the door to a wide variety of opportunities. Nurses care for individuals across the lifespan and work in diverse settings including hospitals, long-term care facilities, community health agencies, clinics, and schools. If you're ready to begin a meaningful and rewarding career���91勛圖厙 is here to help you get started.

91勛圖厙 offers two nursing pathways at our Great Bend and Pratt campuses:

  • Certificate in Practical Nursing (PN) ��� prepares students to become Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs).泭
  • Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing (ADN) ��� prepares students to become Registered Nurses (RNs).

Whether you are just starting your journey or advancing your nursing credentials, 91勛圖厙 provides the education and clinical experience you need. We invite you to visit our new state-of-the-art nursing facilities and speak with our faculty about your goals. Get started today with 91勛圖厙���s Liberal Studies and Career Technical Program in Nursing!泭

91勛圖厙 Benefits

At 91勛圖厙, our areas of study are designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking necessary to thrive in today���s world. Whether you're just beginning your educational journey or advancing your career, we offer flexible and rigorous programs that support your goals.泭

Why 91勛圖厙?
  • Flexible Degree Options
    Choose from a Practical Nurse (PN) certificate (45 credit hours) or advance to the Associate in Applied Science in Nursing (ADN) to become a Registered Nurse (RN).
  • Career-Ready Curriculum
    Complete well-rounded, challenging coursework designed to equip you with the critical skills and knowledge needed for real-world nursing careers.
  • Lifespan Nursing Education
    Learn to care for patients from pre-birth through end-of-life, with training in diverse healthcare needs.
  • Extensive Clinical Experience
    Benefit from clinical partnerships that provide hands-on learning in areas like obstetrics, pediatrics, mental health, intensive care, and med-surg units.
  • Student Nursing Organization
    Join the 91勛圖厙 Nursing Club, affiliated at the state and national levels, for professional networking and peer support.
  • Expert Faculty
    Learn from experienced nursing professionals who are actively engaged in current practices and instructional methods.
  • Modern Learning Environment
    Train in newly renovated facilities, including three fully equipped simulation labs for immersive, real-world practice.
Accreditation Information

91勛圖厙 Nursing Programs are approved by the Kansas State Board of Nursing.

ADN/PN Program Approval
Kansas State Board of Nursing
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, STE 1051
Topeka, Kansas泭 66612-1230
(785) 296-4929
Fax:泭(785) 296-3929

The Associate Degree Nursing Program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) through 2030.泭

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE
Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000 泭

The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the泭Associate Degree nursing program is泭continuing accreditation.

View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program泭.泭

Choose Your Path.泭Start at 91勛圖厙.

91勛圖厙泭offers two nursing pathways at our Great Bend and Pratt campuses:

Practical Nurse (PN) Program

Certificate, 45 credit hours泭

The 91勛圖厙 Practical Nursing (PN) program is in alignment with the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) CIP code 51.3901: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training. A program that prepares individuals to assist in providing general nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse, physician, or dentist. Includes instruction in taking patient vital signs, applying sterile dressings, patient health education, and assistance with examinations and treatment.泭

Upon completion of the program:

  • Students earn a Certificate in Practical Nursing (45 credit hours)
  • Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN).
  • Once the NCLEX-PN is successfully passed and all other requirements are met, the Kansas State Board of Nursing may grant a license.

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Associate Degree in泭Nursing (ADN) /Registered Nurse泭(RN) Program

Associate in泭Applied Science Degree in Nursing

Licensed Practical Nurses wanting to earn an Associate Degree in Nursing can complete our intensive one-year program.泭泭

The 91勛圖厙 Associate Degree Nursing program is in alignment with the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) CIP code 51.3801: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.泭 A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques, and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, infirmed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments and examinations, referring patients to physicians and other health care specialists, and planning education for health maintenance.

Upon completion of the program:泭

  • Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).
  • Once the NCLEX-RN is successfully passed and all other requirements are met, the Kansas State Board of Nursing may grant a license.

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91勛圖厙 classes are affordable and accessible, with sessions starting throughout the year.泭

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You have many options to help you accomplish yours goals and we're here to help!

Planning to transfer?

91勛圖厙 offers the approved Pre-Nursing systemwide transfer degree that supports a seamless option for transferring to any Kansas public university offering a bachelor's degree in this same program. The degree map posted below identifies the courses and credits to be taken at 91勛圖厙 that will transfer to the chosen public university as the first sixty-two hours towards the articulated bachelor���s degree.

You are encouraged to contact our Advisement Center at advisement@bartonccc.edu or call (620) 792-9225 for personalized academic guidance. We also recommend connecting with your intended transfer institution for specific degree requirements.

Degree Maps
Degree Maps

91勛圖厙 Nursing Programs are approved by the Kansas State Board of Nursing. The Associate Degree Nursing Program is also accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) through 2030.

Starting in 2006, 91勛圖厙泭became a 1+1 nursing program. What this means is 91勛圖厙���s nursing program will have an application process for both levels of the program.

To enter the Practical Nursing Program, you must complete the application process and be able to pass a background check. For more information on the admissions criteria, contact the Nursing Department at 620-792-9357. After completing the PN Program, you will receive a Vocational Certificate.

Entry into the泭ADN Program requires completion of 91勛圖厙���s PN Program or another recognized Practical Nursing Program, completion of the application process and the ability to pass a background check. At the completion of the ADN Program you will receive an Associate in Applied Science Degree. Completion of either program泭makes you eligible to take national泭licensure examinations泭for Licensed Practical Nurses and Registered Nurses.

Certificate
泭(45 hours - degree guide)

Associate in Applied Science Degree
泭(69 hours - degree guide)泭

Associate in Science Degree
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Pre-Nursing泭
For information about pre-requisites and application requirements for 91勛圖厙's nursing program, please contact泭Renae Skelton at (620) 792-9355泭or by email泭skeltonr@bartonccc.edu.

College to University
91勛圖厙 has with four year colleges and universities that specifically direct your studies in certain programs for seamless transition from 91勛圖厙 to the transfer school.泭 Students should utilize the expertise of academic advisors on campus, as well as information gained by contacting colleges and universities concerning degree requirements within the appropriate departments or colleges.泭

Professional Licensure

The Associate Degree and Practical Nursing Program at 91勛圖厙 meets the state education requirements for licensure in the state of Kansas. 91勛圖厙 has not determined if the Associate Degree or Practical Nursing Program at 91勛圖厙 meets the state education requirements in any other state, any U.S. Territory, or the District of Columbia.

The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) has a resource泭that may be helpful.

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Practical Nursing (PN) Start Here: 1st Year
Practical Nursing (PN) Start Here: 1st Year

A student completes the first two semesters of the program to earn a PN certificate (45 credit hrs)泭and is eligible to take the NCLEX-PN簧 to become Licensed Practical Nurse. The graduate then can decide to continue their education or enter the work force.

PN Application Process:
Applications for the 2026-2027泭school year are now closed.泭Applications for 2027-2028 will open in October 2026.

  • 泭(You can register泭in泭TEAS Nursing Test section below)

Looking for information about CNA,CMA, or CMA Update? Adult Healthcare can answer your questions!.

For泭more information contact Renae Skelton at泭skeltonr@bartonccc.edu泭or (620) 792-9355.

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) / Registered Nurse (RN) Start Here - 2nd Year
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) / Registered Nurse (RN) Start Here - 2nd Year

91勛圖厙's Associate Degree Nursing Program (70 credit hrs.)泭is an intensive one year completion process. All students wanting to earn an Associate Degree in Nursing from 91勛圖厙 must first complete a Practical Nurse Program and become licensed through the State of Kansas. When the LPN wants to continue their education they may apply for the second year of the nursing program, graduates will receive the Associate in Applied Science degree and is eligible to take the NCLEX-RN簧 to become a Registered Nurse.

ADN Application Process:
Applications for the 2026-2027泭school year are now closed.泭Applications for 2027-2028 will open in October 2026.

  • (You can register泭in泭TEAS Nursing Test section below)

For泭more information contact Renae Skelton at泭skeltonr@bartonccc.edu泭or (620) 792-9355.

TEAS泭Nursing Test
TEAS泭Nursing Test

The ATI TEAS泭assesses the academic preparedness of entry-level nursing students in Reading, Math, Science, and English and Language Usage. An ATI TEAS Study Manual and online practice assessments are available for the students to use for preparation and review泭at泭. Make sure you study for the ATI TEAS test. If you took a different version of the TEAS test you will have to take the ATI TEAS test.

When taking the ATI TEAS, students will demonstrate reading skills in paragraph comprehension, passage comprehension, and inferences and conclusions. The math section will measure their knowledge of whole numbers, metric conversion, fractions and decimals, algebraic application, percentages, ratio and proportion, and data interpretation. Science covers scientific reasoning, life science, chemical science, physical science, human body science, and general science.泭 And in the English section, students will tackle punctuation, grammar, sentence structure, contextual words, and spelling.

You may take the test up to 3 times within a calendar year, with a 30 day wait period between tests. A minimum score of 58.7 is required.

  • (Review form above before registering)
Student Achievement Data
Student Achievement Data
泭 2022-2023 2023-2024 2024 - 2025
Licensure Pass Rates ADN - 94%
PN - 100%
ADN - 100%
PN - 100%
ADN - 88%
PN - 100%
Completion Rates ADN - 92%
PN - 62.5%
ADN - 84%
PN - 63%
ADN -91%
PN - 52.5%

Definitions

Licensure Pass Rates

The programs��� most recent annual licensure examination pass rates will be at least 80% for all first-time test takers from January 1 to December 31 every year.

Completion Rates

Minimum of 75% of all ADN students who began the first nursing course in the program will complete the program within 2泭academic terms.

Minimum of 55% of all PN students who began the first nursing course in the program will complete the program within 2 academic terms.

Occupational Outlook
Occupational Outlook
  • Practical Nurses (PNs):
    • Projected to grow 6% from 2023-2033, as fast as泭average for all occupations. The best opportunities will occur in nursing care facilities and home health care services.
    • Average median pay泭$59,730/year or泭$28.72/hour
  • Registered Nurses (RNs):
    • Overall job opportunities for RNs are expected to be excellent and projected泭to grow 6%, faster than average, from 2023-2033.
    • Average median pay泭$86,070/year or泭$41.38/hour

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Outlook Handbook - Modified August 2024

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ADN to BSN Articulation Agreements
ADN to BSN Articulation Agreements

If you are not planning to enter the nursing program at 91勛圖厙, but want to take classes at 91勛圖厙 before transferring to a four-year institution to obtain your Bachelor's in Nursing, please contact泭Advisement Center泭at泭advisement@bartonccc.edu泭or (620) 792-9225 for advising assistance. Students should also contact the college/university to where they are transferring concerning degree requirements within the appropriate department or college.

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